Dena Bailey

RN, BSN, Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse, Certified Case Manager
Joy Nursing
Dena

Dena Bailey

RN, BSN, Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse, Certified Case Manager
Joy Nursing
Advocate Location
Baltimore , MD 21287
Specialty
Medical Guidance
Other Services
Special Care & Aging
TeleAdvocacy Available
Offers FREE Initial Consultation
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*Greater National Advocates Terms of Use Apply
How I Can Help
Nurse Case Management & Patient Advocacy Services:

• Coordinate care across hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies, and outpatient providers to ensure continuity and prevent gaps in care

• Attend medical appointments (in person or virtually) to take notes, ask questions, clarify provider recommendations, and advocate for patient goals

• Develop and oversee hospital discharge plans, including post-acute placement, home services, equipment needs, and follow-up appointments

• Perform medication reconciliation to identify duplications, interactions, omissions, and adherence concerns; collaborate with providers to resolve discrepancies

• Conduct aging-in-place assessments to evaluate home safety, fall risk, cognitive concerns, caregiver capacity, and support service needs

• Manage insurance denials by reviewing determinations, gathering clinical documentation, drafting appeal letters, and tracking deadlines and outcomes

• Identify and coordinate community and healthcare resources, including home health, therapy services, durable medical equipment (DME), transportation, and specialty providers

• Communicate directly with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and insurance case managers to align care plans and resolve barriers to treatment

• Provide ongoing guidance and emotional support to individuals and families managing complex, chronic, or life-changing medical conditions
Important Information About Me
  • I offer a FREE Initial Consultation
  • I offer TeleAdvocacy Service
  • I am insured
  • My geographical area of practice is In-Person- within 50 miles of Baltimore, Maryland; Telehealth-Nationally
Why I Became A Professional Health Care Advocate
My commitment to patient advocacy grew from my own family’s experiences navigating complex medical challenges. When my child was born with a rare birth defect, I learned firsthand how overwhelming it can be to coordinate specialists, therapies, and support services — even as a nurse. Years later, supporting my mother through breast cancer showed me again how difficult it is for families to manage appointments, medications, and insurance while trying to make the best decisions for their loved one.

These experiences shaped my belief that no one should have to face the healthcare system alone. I joined Greater National Advocates to ensure that patients and families have a knowledgeable, compassionate partner by their side, someone who can guide them, protect their interests, and help them feel informed and supported throughout their healthcare journey.
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Formal Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)- College of Notre Dame
Additional Skills
I bring extensive experience across hospitals, acute rehabilitation, and skilled nursing/subacute facilities, with a particular focus on stroke patients and the full continuum of care. My work spans multiple health systems in Maryland, giving me a deep understanding of diverse care environments, protocols, and resources. I am skilled in guiding patients and families through complex healthcare transitions, including navigating insurance denials and managing the appeals process with all required supporting documentation. This experience allows me to coordinate care across multiple providers, ensure safe transitions between care settings, and help patients achieve optimal outcomes while navigating the healthcare system with confidence and clarity

Specialty Diagnoses & Populations Served
• Stroke and neurological conditions (CVA, TIA, brain injury)
• Spinal cord injury and complex rehabilitation needs
• Chronic heart failure and cardiovascular disease
• COPD and chronic respiratory conditions
• Diabetes and complex medication regimens
• Dementia and cognitive impairment
• Post-surgical and orthopedic recovery
• Complex multi-morbidity and medically fragile adults
• Older adults requiring care transitions and aging-in-place support
Professional Affiliations
With over 30 years of nursing experience, I am a licensed RN, BSN, Certified Case Manager (CCM), and Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) dedicated to guiding individuals and families through complex healthcare challenges. My clinical background spans hospital care, acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and subacute rehabilitation, giving me a comprehensive understanding of the patient journey and the barriers that often stand in the way of safe, coordinated care.

I have completed 60 CEUs in Case Management and 60 CEUs in Rehabilitation Nursing within the past five years, along with ongoing professional development in patient advocacy, care coordination, and quality improvement. My practice is grounded in promoting safety, dignity, and informed decision‑making for every client I serve.

Recognized as MedStar Health’s “Most Trusted Nurse,” I bring compassion and integrity to every interaction. I am also committed to community service, volunteering with organizations such as Beans & Bread, Moveable Feast, and Healthcare for the Homeless.